Aviator Jacket – ACNE Aviator Jacket AW10
Jul 23, 2010 aviator jacket, AW10, homages, leather jackets, my wardrobe
Undoubtedly, every girls must-have investment of AW10 should be the Aviator Jacket. A classic style, brought once more to our attention by Burberry and their London fashion week show, which offered up their own modern reincarnation with tough and edgy aplomb.
The Aviator Jacket fits perfectly into the overall feel of AW10, which has an understated tone to it’s trends…
Reminiscent of the 20′s and 30′s fashions, AW10is all about quality tailoring and luxe fabrics, simple silhouettes and neutral shades…the best of which is displayed in the garment featured above.
The Grey Leather Vintage Style Flight Jacket from Acne is jaw-droppingly gorgeous! Available from My-wardrobe, this stunning Aviator jacket is slim and cropped, to take on the classic style – it’s full of attitude! Team with skinny fit chinos and textured layers of neutral coloured wardrobe basics, for an authentic look.
We’ve also chosen the best of the rest below…
The Littlewoods Faux Fur Aviator jacket is a vintage homage, whilst the Warehouse Faux Fur Aviator jacket is understated and unfussy. For a rock’n'roll take on this classic style, try the Love Label Aviator Jacket.
To find out more about the Acne Aviator at My-wardrobe, click on the banner below.
Tags: acne aviator, ACNE Aviator Jacket, aviator jacket, aviator jackets, AW10, burberry aviator, flying jackets
Leather Python Skirt – Trend Alert AW10
Jul 21, 2010 AW10, homages, Very
The 80′s are back for AW10! No, we’re not talking about scrunchies and neon leg-warmers, but the best of 80′s fashion…lame dresses and leathers galore!
Enter Fuse by Preen and their jaw-droppingly gorgeous Leather Python Skirt - a sexy, sassy 80′s-tastic homage!
Designed to feel like a second skin, this Leather Python Skirt is fully lined and offers a luxurious fit with a style that’s a cool combination of eccentricity and 80s glamour. Team with a voluminous top, tucked in for an authentic look.
To find out more about the Leather Python skirt or to view the full Fuse by Preen AW10 collection at Very, click on the banner below.
Tags: 80's fashion, AW10, fuse by preen, leather python skirt, leather skirt
Blake Lively Green Maxi Dress – French Connection
Jul 14, 2010 celebrities, dresses, French Connection, homages, maxi dresses, ss10
Follow in the footsteps of Gossip Girl Blake Lively and channel ladylike chic on the beach this Summer!
This French Connection Green Blake Lively dress was also heavily featured in this weeks Look magazine as a must buy!
Black Lively was spotted looking stunning, in an emerald green maxi featuring a mass of beautiful ruffles…and now you can pay homage to the fabulous Gossip Girl star with this pretty ruffled maxi from French Connection as seen in Look!
Pair the French Connection Sukura Summer Maxi with an over-sized hat and gold accessories a la Blake for sophisticated holiday style.
To view the full collection of maxi dresses at French Connection, click on the banner below:
Tags: blake lively, blake lively dress, blake lively green dress, French Connection, green maxi, look magazine
Autumn/Winter Trends 2009 – Trend Report 09/10
Aug 20, 2009 A/W 09, celebrities, debenhams, Dorothy Perkins, fashion, homages
It might only be August, but the hectic Summer sales have been and gone and our high street stores are already full of stock for cool and snappy weather…so I thought I’d fill you in on some of the key trends Autumn/Winter 09-10.
The 80′s are back! I must admit my first reaction was WHY? I did the 80′s the first time round and was vexed to see why teens were lapping up the whole leggings/neon heels/off-the-shoulder tee’s look, but as I have already been there, done that – who am I to judge?
I am pleased to say that the 80′s trend Autumn/Winter 09 is vastly different, homing in on the best of the 80′s – shoulder pads and embellishments! Think Dynasty meets Samantha from Sex and the City; structured jackets, flattering draping and fitted knits covered in bling… just writing about it puts me in a good mood! If you’ve taken any notice of the gorgeous Diane Kruger of late, she’s been rocking this trend for a while, courtesy of Jason Wu.
Inspired by the film ‘Coco Before Chanel’ our love affair with ‘Parisian Chic’ and ‘Chanel homages’ has once again dominated the high street with most shops churning out nautical themed tops and ‘ I Love Paris’ tee’s; but it’s the Chanel style jackets and bags you should really sit up and pay attention too – as most are quite simply, brilliant and a snip of a designer price tag!
My personal favourite is our current love affair with the Hero Jacket – or Trophy Jacket as it’s now known – a cropped jacket that’s adorned with sequins and embellishments, it makes a real statement and can transform an outfit. Moschino have designed some beautifully delicate versions, covered in pins and crystals but it’s Dolce & Gabbana’s ornate brocade Trophy Jacket and sequin jacket that’s are the real winners. Stunning ‘homages’ can be found on the high street at Topshop, Mango and Dorothy Perkins.
Micro trends Autumn/Winter 09-10 include over-the-knee boots, or ‘panto boots’ as I affectionately call them! Stella McCartney has created a lovely pair of flat over-the-knee boots that look oh-so-comfy… high street shops Russell and Bromley and New Look have followed suit.
The statement necklace or bib necklace is still massively en vogue and a great way of updating a plain ensemble – best on the high street is definitely the Accessorise range, but Primark has also created a statement necklace worthy of appraisal!
English heritage is another trend that has endured through to this next season – this perhaps has a lot to do with that feeling of nostalgia we all crave when times are tough… Nicole Fahri and Vivienne Westwood have designed beautifully cut dresses and jackets made of tweed, velvet and plaid prints. Gap has released a jaw-droppingly sharp version of a vintage tweed jacket with a modern twist that’s well worth a look.
When casting my eye over the key trend Autumn/Winer 09-10 one thing really stands out at me – the level of high quality cuts and craftsmenship prevelent in our high street ranges. Key trends look less dissposable – and clearly are less dissposable as they come with a price tag that reflects the level of work put into the garment. Fast fashion has had its day and our high street has taken notice, creating beautiful ranges of investment pieces designed and made with materials that will stand the test of time. This excites me – a lot.
Tags: A/W09, autumn fashion, trend report, trends, winter fashion
Sienna Miller Style – Green Dress – Get The Look
Aug 20, 2009 celebrities, fashion, homages, oasis
She’s more celebrated for her style than her acting (though I think she’s vastly under-rated) and thanks to her seemingly effortless attitude towards fashion, Sienna Miller tends to make anything and everything look good!
Now, thanks to her recent collaboration with designer sister Savannah, Si’s fashion credentials have continued to soar as her personal style has streamlined to a more attainable, grown-up collection of beautifully designed pieces.
Channel Sienna Miller style with this green dress from Oasis! A dopple-ganger of the Twenty8Twelve green dress the pint-sized actress was seen wearing to this years MTV Awards, the Oasis Emerald Dress is a must-have for the forthcoming party season!
Bang on-trend with its structured shoulders and heavily embellished with sequins, this green dress looks like it’s jumped straight off the catwalk and what’s more – you can steal Sienna Miller style for a very reasonable £150!
Tags: dresses, green dress, sienna dress, sienna miller
Goddiva – VIP Coral Dress – Look Magazine
Aug 6, 2009 celebrities, fashion, goddiva, homages, look magazine
I’m still drooling over this ultra sexy VIP coral dress that was featured in this weeks Look Magazine!
Available from Goddiva (a fabulous website that creates their own ‘homages’ to celebs attire) this fabulous frock has been designed in the style of a dress worn by Kylie. Its gathered material and draping will enhance curves, flattering any lumps and bumps, whilst the intricate knotted neckline breaks up heavy shoulders, creating a perfect hourglass shape…
Available in three eye-catching shades, this Goddiva dress is a real head-turner – the stuff sirens are made of!
Featured in this weeks Look Magazine it’s bound to sell out fast!
Tags: dresses, look magazine, VIP Dress
Michael Jackson T-shirt – Truffle Shuffle
Aug 3, 2009 celebrities, fashion, homages, truffle shuffle
Quite understandably, his album sales have soared and with the tragic loss of Michael Jackson – we’ve all become a little nostalgic, resurrecting those retro Michael Jackson T-shirts from the 80′s, paying homage to the Prince of Pop.
I’ve been sporting my bro’s miss-shapen Thriller T-shirt of late….(even though it immediately hums a little under the arms) but if you’ve inadvertently got rid of your own Michael Jackson T-shirt, or are simply too young to remember him circa 1980 then Truffle Shuffle have the answer!
The Michael Jackson Bad T-shirt will help you commemorate his legacy with this tee by Amplified Vintage; inspired by the cover artwork from his iconic album, Bad, this quality Michael Jackson T-shirt is 100% official making it the perfect piece of memorabilia for any fan.
Available from Truffle Shuffle now!
Tags: celebrities, fashion, retro t-shirts, t-shirts, womens fashion
Little Black Dress – LBD – Chanel Inspired
Jul 29, 2009 figleaves, homages
Coco Chanel once said “fashion passes, style remains” a statement that rings true when talking of my newest fashion lust-have…the LBD, little black dress.
Introduced to the world of fashion by Coco in 1926, the LBD, a signature look of hers, has remained popular with almost every woman in the world housing a reliably chic little black dress in their wardrobe…
The Icon Dress from Figleaves lives up to its name – a stylish, contemporary take on the LBD, this Chanel inspired dress takes its queue from the Parisian fashion house – simple design, maximum impact; made in a soft stretch jersey, it’s a shift shape with flattering twist detail at hip.
Set to reach iconic status, this Chanel inspired little black dress will remain eternally oh-la-la!
Tags: chanel, lbd, little black dress
Monochrome Jacket – My-wardrobe – Monochrome Blazer
Jul 29, 2009 celebrities, fashion, homages, my wardrobe
My love affair with Chanel-esque ‘homages’ continues as I count down the hours till ’Coco Before Chanel’ and have found a stunning monochrome jacketfrom Jaeger!
Available from My-wardrobe, the Wing Collar Cropped Tux is a soft beige, cropped tuxedo style jacket with black braided edging. It’s modern, open fronted design looks almost like origami - providing great contrast to the black ribboned trim.
For maximum impact, team this monochrome jacketwith an all black ensemble – either over a structured shift dress or black top and cigarette pants for a strong silhouette.
Currently in stock at My-wardrobe, this monochrome jacketis a Chanel-esque must-have!
Tags: chanel, cropped jackets, jackets, monochrome, womens jackets
Chanel Homage Bag – Monochrome Bag – Miss Selfridge
Jul 27, 2009 accessories, fashion, homages, Miss Selfridge
Following on from my post about channeling the ‘Chanel style’, I’ve seen a great Chanel homage bag at Miss Selfridge. The shop has just dropped shipment on this gorgeous bag, but with such a reasonable price tag I doubt they’ll be in store long!
In keeping with the Parisian design houses’ signature style, this Chanel homage bag is quilted and monochrome – making it the perfect accessory.
Simple and elegant, this Chanel homage bag will go with almost anything and it’s practical too! Roomy enough to fit in almost everything (with perhaps the exception of the kitchen sink) it’s a nifty rucksack that will be useful for an afternoon’s shopping, college books or would serve very well as a work bag.
A monochrome must-have, it’s in store at Miss Selfridge now!
Tags: homage bag, monochrome, quilted bag, womens bag
